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My healthy calf has sunken eyes. Is this normal or a concern?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | 1 month and 9 days old | 80 lbs

A calf whose eyes are recessed deep into the cavity. Very healthy and eating well

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 29th, 2017

That may be completely normal, usually related to poor body condition score and weight as related to absence of retrobulbar fat. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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